IT Intern Review

by GE (General Electric)

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    4.6
  • The Company
    4.2
  • The Culture
    3.3

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Gained immense skills which will benefit me in my career without a doubt

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • The working environment is absolutely fantastic, willing to help one another and work as ONE team!

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Immense amount of willingness shown by fellow employees who were always available to provide appreciated feedback and training.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Some days were a little quiet however this was rare, there was always an option to jump into several different projects and provide a helping hand and build on personal skill set and experience.

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • The projects I was involved in and the work carried out was vital for the success of these projects as I was in control of the initial stage of the projects.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The learning curve is very steep and definately valuable for your personal career.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Positive, vibrant energy every day!

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • 3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • 4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Sports and Social Club

    International Travel

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop

    Above 25 days holiday

    Working from home

    Healthcare from home
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • Will definately apply for their Graduate Scheme

    4/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Organised monthly team social outings.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • 3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • 2 universitys in surronding Areas

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • 3/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

East Midlands

May 2013

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